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Elida Band Boosters Bingo - 2009Every Tuesday & Sunday
March 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, 2009
7:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Exhibit Hall.
Package prices start at $15.00.
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-224-5222
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Westside Lions Swap MeetSaturday & Sunday, February 28 - March 1, 2009.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
Contact:
Aubrey Martin
419-339-7013
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Library Fundraiser - 2009Mondays -
March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
9:00 a.m.
Location: Lima Public Library.
Gift baskets designed and created by Sarah Ricks of Sarah Ricks' Treasure Company will be raffled off to the public.
Beautiful baskets will be on display in the front entry cases.
Raffle tickets will be $1 each or six for $5.
Sarah Ricks' Treasure Company received the 2008 Culturally Diverse Business of the Year Award by the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce.
Contact:
Lima Public Library
650 W. Market St.
Lima, OH 45801
Karen Sommer, sommerk@limalibrary.com
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Ronan Tynan - Irish TenorThursday, March 5, 2009.
8:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
A tenor as Irish as baseball and God Bless America…Mr. Tynan's voice is very easy to listen to, effortlessly singing top notes. He has tremendous command of his repertoire. He is a medical doctor, an Olympian, a person who overcame disability, a motivational speaker and now a world class musician.
Tickets cost: $45, $40, $35.
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-224-1552 or 1-888-377-0641
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Encore Theatre - Same Time, Next YearMarch 6 - 8, & 13 - 15, 2009.
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: 8:00 p.m.
Sunday Matinees: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Dr., Lima.
A comedy by Bernard Slade.
One of the most popular romantic comedies of the century, this show follows a love affair between a couple who rendezvous once a year. Twenty five years of manners, morals and attitudes are hilariously mirrored by the lovers.
Single tickets:
Regular Adult: $13; Senior: $11; Student (to age 18): $8.
Contact:
Encore Theatre
991 N. Shore Dr.
Lima, OH 45801
419-223-8866 or 1-800-944-1441.
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Mystery Dinner TheaterFridays, March 6 and April 3, 2009.
Show begins: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Barn Out Back, Lima.
"Mayhem & Mystery" Dinner Theater: Cosmos Crossing.
Dinner served buffet-style.
Cost: $25 per person. Reservations required.
Contact:
Old Barn Out Back Restaurant
3175 W. Elm St.
Lima, OH 45805
419-991-3075
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Pickle's Blues ExtravaganzaFriday, March 6 & Saturday, March 7, 2009.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; Show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Allen County Memorial Hall, Lima.
Featuring: Friday - Linsey Alexander opening for Pistol Pete. Saturday - Mikey Jr. opening for Sonny Rhodes.
Reserved tables $200.00 - 10 seats to a table.
Balcony seating $10.00 - 1 person to a seat.
Tickets go on sale January 20, 2009 at 9:00 a.m.
Meals will be available by Misty Lee & The Mystery Chefs.
Contact:
Civic Center Box Office
419-224-1552 or
"Pickle", Jerry Feldner
419-234-1238
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Lima-Live Singles Dances - 2009Saturday, January 3, February 7, March 7, April 4, May 2, 2009.
Doors open: 7:30 p.m.
Dance: 8:00 - 11:30 p.m.
Location: Heritage Elementary School, 816 College Ave., Lima. (St. Rt. 309 at the Jameson Avenue overpass.)
If you like to dance or meet other people, come and join us.
Admission: $7.00
Donations for beverages and snacks.
Proceeds to be donated to the Lima Senior Scholarship Fund.
Smoke/Alcohol Free.
Contact:
Diana Long
419-371-5702 or
limalivesingles@yahoo.com
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St. David's Day Dinner & EntertainmentSaturday, March 7, 2009.
Dinner: 5:00 p.m.
Program: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Gomer United Church of Christ.
Contact:
Verona Sandy
419-642-3345
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The London Quartet - CantabileA REGIONAL EVENT -
Saturday, March 7, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert.
The London Quartet are quite simply one of the world's top vocal groups. Outstanding in both comedy and the classics, they have been delighting audiences with their unique blend of humour and harmony for the last 18 years.
Individual tickets go on sale December 10, 2008.
Ticket price: $20.
View Official Website/Buy Tickets: www.npacvw.org.
Contact:
Paul Hoverman
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
10700 St. Rt. 118 South
Van Wert, OH 45891
419-238-6722
Email: marketing@npacvw.org.
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Tri-State Gun ShowMarch 7-8, 2009.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
A popular show for collectors. Guns, knives, hunting equipment and associated collectibles.
Admission Fee: Adults - $4.00; Children 14 and under - Free, and must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact:
Manetta Sneary
419/647-0067
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Broadway in Lima Series - Movin' OutWednesday, March 11, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
Broadway in Lima 2008-2009 series: Hairspray; Oliver; Movin' Out; The Pajama Game; & Bye Bye Birdie.
Movin' Out - 5-time Grammy winner Billy Joel and legendary director/choreographer Twyla Tharp have joined forces to create the spectacular new musical Time Magazine declares "The #1 show of the year!" The New York Times calls Movin' Out "a shimmering portrait of an American generation." Movin' Out brings 24 Billy Joel classics to electrifying new life as it tells the story of five life-long friends over two turbulent decades. It all adds up to one unforgettable Broadway musical. Beginning in the 60s, through Vietnam and its aftermath, this musical follows Brenda, Eddie, James, Judy and Tony as they attempt to come together after losing their lives.
Prices for subscription ticket packages range from $180 to $230. Single tickets go on sale 1/16/09 at $48.50, all ages, all seats.
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-224-1552 or visit www.jamtheatricals.com.
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Avner the EccentricThursday, March 12, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
Avner the Eccentric in Exceptions to Gravity.
Avner is often a featured performer at comedy, magic and theatre festivals, which in past years have included The Edinburgh Festival,where he won the New Faces of 1991 Award. Avner has won special jury awards at The International Festival du Cirque in Monte Carlo, Arosa International Humor Festival, Barcelona, International Clown Festival, Leipzig Lach Messe, and St. Gervals International Theater Festival where he won both the public and the jury awards. Avner was recently inducted into the International Clown Hall of Fame. Avner is probably best known for his endearing portrayal of The Jewel, the scene-stealing holy man in The Jewel of the Nile.
Ticket cost: $35/$18.50 and $12.50.
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-224-1552
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Bluffton University Artist SeriesThursday, March 12, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Bluffton University, Yoder Recital Hall.
Performance by: Russian pianist, Alexander Ghindin.
Season Tickets - Adults: $75; Senior Citizens/Students: $65; Family Pass: $50 with the purchase of an adult season ticket.
Individual Event Tickets - Adults: $24; Senior Citizens/Students: $18.
Contact:
Bluffton University
1 University Dr.
Bluffton, OH 45817
419-358-3239 or
boxoffice@bluffton.edu.
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Lima Noon Optimist Home ShowMarch 13 - 15, 2009.
Friday: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 12:00 noon - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
Contact:
Judy Keller
419-225-9896
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Freed Center - Late Nite CatechismA REGIONAL EVENT -
Saturday, March 14, 2009.
Location: Freed Center for the Performing Arts, Ada.
Late Nite Catechism (Comedy).
Contact:
Freed Center for the Performing Arts
525 S. Main St.
Ada, OH 45810
Box Office, 419-772-1900
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Lima Beane Barbershop ChorusSaturday, March 14, 2009.
2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
Don't miss Lima's annual Barbershop Show, this year featuring an Irish theme.
Cost: $12.00 all tickets. All reserved seating.
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
Box Office: 419-224-1552 or
Terry Reichenbach
Lima Beane Chorus
Phone: 419-384-3119
Cell: 419-306-0374
Email: terryr@q1.net.
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Bath Spring Craft ShowSaturday, March 21, 2009.
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Bath High School Gymnasium, 2850 Bible Rd., Lima.
Sponsored by the Boy Scouts.
Contact:
Susan Degen
419-221-1060
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Rinaldi Auto Parts Swap MeetMarch 21 & 22, 2009
Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
Auto parts swap meet, trade show and auctions.
Door prizes and fun for all ages.
Admission: $5.00; Two-day Passes: $7.00; Children under 12: Free.
Parking is free.
Contact:
Rollie Rinaldi
419-222-0762 or 419-516-9337
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Lima Symphony - The Magical Music of DisneySunday, March 22, 2009.
3:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
Be our guest as the magical music of Disney captivates audience members young and old during this all Disney concert. Enjoy music from your favorite Disney movies, including: The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King and many more. As you enjoy the music, use your imagination to picture yourself flying through the jungle, swimming in the sea and dancing with a great friendly beast. The entire family will enjoy this magical performance.
Family concert price: All tickets: $10.
Contact:
Lima Symphony Orchestra
419-222-5701
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Paranzino's AuctionSunday, March 22, 2009.
Building materials auction open to the public.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
Contact:
Tom Paranzino
330-549-3133
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Broadway in Lima Series - The Pajama GameTuesday, March 24, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
Broadway in Lima 2008-2009 series: Hairspray; Oliver; Movin' Out; The Pajama Game & Bye Bye Birdie.
The Pajama Game - Based on the novel 7-1/2 Cents by Richard Bissell, this is a musical about what happens when the workers in a pajama factory go on strike.
Prices for subscription ticket packages range from $180 to $230. Single tickets go on sale 1/16/09 at $46.00, all ages, all seats.
Contact:
Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center
7 Town Square
Lima, OH 45801
419-224-1552 or visit www.jamtheatricals.com.
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Bluffton University Artist SeriesThursday, March 26, 2009.
7:30 p.m.
Location: Bluffton University, Yoder Performance Hall.
Performance by: Quelque Chose (violin, horn and piano).
Season Tickets - Adults: $75; Senior Citizens/Students: $65; Family Pass: $50 with the purchase of an adult season ticket.
Individual Event Tickets - Adults: $24; Senior Citizens/Students: $18.
Contact:
Bluffton University
1 University Dr.
Bluffton, OH 45817
419-358-3239 or
boxoffice@bluffton.edu.
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Arthur Live!A REGIONAL EVENT -
Saturday, March 28, 2009.
3:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert.
Based on Marc Brown's books and the Emmy Award-winning PBS series, Arthur and his friends come to life on stage. Enjoy the family fun as everyone's favorite aardvark and his friends all hit the stage in this delightful musical adventure.
Individual tickets go on sale December 12, 2008. Ticket Prices: Children 12 and under: Orchestra Seating - $20; Mezzanine & Balcony- $10; Adults: Orchestra Seating - $30; Mezzanine & Balcony - $20.
View Official Website/Buy Tickets: www.npacvw.org.
Contact
Paul Hoverman
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
10700 St. Rt. 118 South
Van Wert, OH 45891
419-238-6722
Email: marketing@npacvw.org
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Lima Area Youth OrchestraSaturday, March 28, 2009.
8:00 a.m.
Location: Veterans' Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Crouse Performance Hall.
The Lima Symphony Orchestra and the Lima Noon Optimists are proud to partner in an educational program that is the only one of its kind in the region. The Lima Area Youth Orchestra features 72 talented members, representing more than 30 schools in the region. Be amazed as these young musicians perform a concert featuring both classical and contemporary pieces. The Lima Area Youth Orchestra also performs two FREE concerts during the season for elementary age school children.
Contact:
Lima Symphony Orchestra
419-222-5701
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Corvette Glass Society Swap MeetSunday, March 29, 2009.
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Allen County Fairgrounds.
$5.00 Admission.
Contact:
Bruce Burkholder
419/339-6204
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